Jazz Events

Step into one of the most influential years in jazz history as GSO Jazz celebrates the groundbreaking music and artists who shaped generations to come. Featuring unforgettable works associated with Duke Ellington, Nina Simone, John Coltrane, Ella Fitzgerald, and more, this electrifying evening captures the energy, sophistication, and creative spirit of a moment when jazz changed forever

Experience the bold brass, driving rhythms, and electrifying energy of big band jazz at its peak as GSO Jazz celebrates the unmistakable sound of the 1970s. Featuring music made famous by Thad Jones & Mel Lewis, Don Ellis, Maynard Ferguson, Woody Herman, and more, this high-powered concert delivers the excitement, virtuosity, and larger-than-life sound that defined a golden era of jazz.